Italy is at the top of my bucket list and is yet to be discovered by my pasta obsessed taste buds and view driven eyes. I long to experience the Italian way of life and journey along the Amalfi coast stopping in each town to appreciate their traditions and taste their wares. So to be … More Soumah
All Month Long: TarraWarra Museum Exhibition – TarraWarra Biennial 2016: Endless Circulation Dates of Exhibition 19 Aug – 6 November Click here for more details on TarraWarra Museum Weekly Happenings: Wednesday The Independent Gembrook $32 per head for a two course set menu Drinks are additional. Bookings: 03 5968 1110 Thursday The Farm Yarra Valley … More September Planner
August Planner: Take a look at these dates and make sure you book ahead to avoid disappointment. 1st of Aug – 31st of Aug Yarra Valley Chocolaterie Hot Chocolate Festival $18 for Tasting Sessions 31 hot chocolate flavours over 31 days. http://www.yvic.com.au Friday 5th of Aug Herd One year Birthday Party! Starts 7.00pm $50 per … More August Planner
With my blog hitting the one year mark this month and my parents taking the trip of a lifetime to Europe, it is only fitting that I took the drive to De Bortoli last week. You should all know by now from reading my first blog piece (What Am I Doing and Why Am I … More De Bortoli Wines
It’s ‘Gumboot Season’ in the Yarra Valley. You will find specials behind many a Cellar Door, as you discover this wet yet beautiful region throughout July. Your gumboots will earn you the following: Boat O’Craigo 458 Maroondah Hwy, Healesville 15% off wine at Cellar Door. Coombe Yarra Valley: 673-675 Maroondah Hwy, Coldstream 15% discount … More Gumboot Season 2016
Can I tell you a secret? Yarra Valley Life is a bit of a stalker!!! It’s true! You see it’s been a year almost to the day since I discovered the intriguing Levantine Hill Estate on social media. It’s been a year since I vowed to go and try their tasting menu – because … More Levantine Hill
I used to think that I was European at heart, however the more I travel through this stunning part of Victoria the more I realise how raw, rustic and amazing this country’s beauty really is. The scene at Maddens Rise of dripping gum trees, lush green vineyards and golden hay bales is a fine … More Maddens Rise
Entering the world of Yarrawood is like finding a hidden treasure, a treasure you want to hold onto and not share with the rest of the world in the fear that it may become tainted and spoiled. My first drive up the tree lined driveway was one full of ‘ooh’s and ‘ahh’s’. I am so … More Yarrawood Estate
Have you met the Innocent Bystander?? By definition he should be an anonymous observer. But if you have driven through Healesville of late you will see that he is anything but. Being a bystander is not his strong point, he is right in the thick of it – he is an instigator. There is … More Innocent Bystander
There’s a new estate in town – Zonzo Estate. With a launch that included a hot air balloon and a race in the Yarra Valley Cup named after it, it is an Estate not to be missed. This is a winery with a truly Australian feel and a traditional Italian taste. The gum lined driveway … More Zonzo Estate
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